No one is talking about Zverev

[GhostOfNKDM]

I think he could make a big noise today; really been flying under the radar this whole tournament.

His QF win was emphatic.

Are we going to see him on Sunday?

 

[aditya123]

I think he could make a big noise today; really been flying under the radar this whole tournament.

His QF win was emphatic.

Are we going to see him on Sunday?

Zverev is the scariest of the 3 next gen but he is also the mental weakling of the higher level among them. So which Zverev arrives decides the result.

 

[ForehandCross]

Zverev has the ability to straight set Novak and push Rafa to 4-5 sets.

But that Zverev shows up once in a hundred matches.

 

[Deleted member 771911]

Maybe if he had won a slam we might? I think it's hard to take them that seriously unless they have actually done the business.

 

[duaneeo]

I've been talking about Zverev! Clay is his best surface, he's beaten each Big-3 in winning a big title, and he'll be the better competitor in the final. I think his chances would be excellent against Nole (who typically plays poorly in RG finals, and who Zverev is 2-0 against in finals). His chances would definitely be greater against Rafa than Tsitsipas.

 

[Arak]

Zverev is a mental midget and stands no chance. But if his alter ego general zod shows up, then it’s a different story altogether.

 

[weakera]

Put myself in there maybe?

 

[Hamnavoe]

The match today will come down to how well Zverev is serving. He's lost his serve 7 times in his last three matches vs three unseeded players, compared with Tsitsipas who has the most efficient non-servebot hold game on clay this year and has been broken 4 times over the same period, vs the #31, #12 and #2 seeds. Add to the equation Tsitsipas' improved return numbers across the board (about 41.5% points won on clay this year, pre-RG it sat at about 37% vs top 10 but winning 40% of points on Medvedev's serve will have boosted that), and a strong serving performance from Sascha becomes even more essential if he wants to stand a chance.

 

[Krish0608]

Zverev is an extremely dangerous opponent. There are no favorites for the Stef-Z match. It’s anybody’s game.

 

[LETitBE]

i seen one of Zerevs post match pressers and he seemed........serious

 

[Dominic & Andrey]

Zverev has the ability to straight set Novak and push Rafa to 4-5 sets.

But that Zverev shows up once in a hundred matches.

In slams,on clay, how? He is 0-9 against top 10 players in slams. Who is this peak Zverev everyone is talking of ? WTF 2018?

 

[aldeayeah]

i seen one of Zerevs post match pressers and he seemed........serious

He seems more focused after the PR disaster of late last year. He was the only opponent who actually looked like he could beat Djoker at AO, too.

He probably should be higher up in the rankings, but keeps underperforming in key moments. However, he'll be #4 if he beats Tsitsi today.

 

[Arak]

In slams,on clay, how? He is 0-9 against top 10 players in slams. Who is this peak Zverev everyone is talking of ? WTF 2018?

So according to you, it will be 0-10 tonight?

 

[tsamo]

I hope I won't live to rue these words but unless Tsitsipas chokes, I can't see Zverev winning this match.
Zverev's draw has been amazingly easy so far.
Who was his hardest match?
Against a depleted Nishikori at night slot?
Against Fokina with a hurt back?

He absolutely can win, but I feel like Tsitsipas will prevail in this one.

 

[MurraysMetalHip]

Lols.

 

[TearTheRoofOff]

I'm sure Zverev is.

 

[dapchai]

I'm sure Zverev is.

You mean his father and older brother are talking about him?

By the way, Zverev hasn't been tested while Tsitsipas already brought his A game in the QF. Should be an interesting match.

 

[LETitBE]

He seems more focused after the PR disaster of late last year. He was the only opponent who actually looked like he could beat Djoker at AO, too.

He probably should be higher up in the rankings, but keeps underperforming in key moments. However, he'll be #4 if he beats Tsitsi today.

his demeanor shocked me to be honest

 

[AniaPova]

Zverev has extremely dangerous game but he is also a mental midget and that's why you can't take him serious.

 

[Dominic & Andrey]

So according to you, it will be 0-10 tonight?

According to me, probably yes, I trust Tsitsipas more and I was more impressed by the Greek this tournament

 

[Cheese&IPA]

Lets be honest, whoever wins out of these two will just be Nadal's play thing on Sunday.

 

[Djokovic_is_the_best#1]

Who knows with zverev? He is very hard to predict and know what to expect.

The next gen battle today will be intriguing. It’s hard to call. I have Tsitsipas the slight favourite but I really think it could go to the wire. It could come down to small details and who’s mentally tougher when it matters

 

[Searah]

yeah that women beater has been doing pretty good this tournament.
i think he is very confident this time, and he wants to show it to everyone by wearing that singlet.
but just like his muscles.. they are small which is also how his mental game usually is.. weak.

i said a lot of mean sounding stuff but i still said he was doing good this tournament.
i imagine he will stay competitive against the younger guys.

 

[steenkash]

Zvrev is overrated, Stefan is the better player.

 

[Arak]

According to me, probably yes, I trust Tsitsipas more and I was more impressed by the Greek this tournament

Now that would be a valid reason, but not the numbers in my opinion. Numbers mean nothing.

 

[Beckerserve]

I've been talking about Zverev! Clay is his best surface, he's beaten each Big-3 in winning a big title, and he'll be the better competitor in the final. I think his chances would be excellent against Nole (who typically plays poorly in RG finals, and who Zverev is 2-0 against in finals). His chances would definitely be greater against Rafa than Tsitsipas.

I genuinely think winner of 1st semi wins event especially if its a quick match. I have been saying Zverev but looking at results this clay court season tsitsipas looks primed.

 

[TearTheRoofOff]

You mean his father and older brother are talking about him?

By the way, Zverev hasn't been tested while Tsitsipas already brought his A game in the QF. Should be an interesting match.

Nah, meant he himself

 

[Deleted member 771911]

Zverev is an extremely dangerous opponent. There are no favorites for the Stef-Z match. It’s anybody’s game.

That's why for me it is the most exciting potential semi. Even better I despise both of them have no horse in the race so can watch it and just enjoy the tennis, which admittedly they are quite good at!

 

[dapchai]

Nah, meant he himself

He talking about himself with abs and chains. Prolly comparable to Tsits.

 

[TearTheRoofOff]

He talking about himself with abs and chains. Prolly comparable to Tsits.

'Put myself in there (the conversation) maybe?'

G E N E T I C F R E A K

 

[ibbi]

I actually give him a pretty good chance, mainly based on the fact that Tsitsipas is a massive choker, and with his return he should get into the Greek's service games better than the case will be vice versa (assuming he serves well) but when it comes to his run I'm not convinced. Tsitsipas has played better players at basically every stage, with the 4th round maybe the exception.

 

[zuluzazu]

I actually give him a pretty good chance, mainly based on the fact that Tsitsipas is a massive choker, and with his return he should get into the Greek's service games better than the case will be vice versa (assuming he serves well) but when it comes to his run I'm not convinced. Tsitsipas has played better players at basically every stage, with the 4th round maybe the exception.

I am sure PCB>> Nishikori currently. I mean PCB has been consistent in making second weeks in slams. Did it in USO2020, RG2020 and again in RG 2021.

 

[Deleted member 771911]

I am sure PCB>> Nishikori currently. I mean PCB has been consistent in making second weeks in slams. Did it in USO2020, RG2020 and again in RG 2021.

Also in 2017 at RG and USO.

 

[tsamo]

I actually give him a pretty good chance, mainly based on the fact that Tsitsipas is a massive choker...

Thank God Zverev is not a choker then.

 

[Sport]

I've been talking about Zverev! Clay is his best surface, he's beaten each Big-3 in winning a big title, and he'll be the better competitor in the final. I think his chances would be excellent against Nole (who typically plays poorly in RG finals, and who Zverev is 2-0 against in finals). His chances would definitely be greater against Rafa than Tsitsipas.

I doubt it. Tsitsipas in Barcelona represented a tougher matchup for Nadal than Zverev in Rome. Not to mention, Tsitsipas (#1 in the race) is in better form than Zverev.

 

[heninfan99]

Don't worry. He's more than happy to tell you how great he is.

 

[aldeayeah]

That's why for me it is the most exciting potential semi. Even better I despise both of them have no horse in the race so can watch it and just enjoy the tennis, which admittedly they are quite good at!

That's cool! I also despise both of them have no horse in the race! Looking forward to a well-fought match

(but not too well-fought, I want Djokodal to start in a timely fashion)

 

[MichaelNadal]

Abs, Chains and Swag

 

[Deleted member 771911]

That's cool! I also despise both of them have no horse in the race! Looking forward to a well-fought match

(but not too well-fought, I want Djokodal to start in a timely fashion)

I can well imagine Tsitsy and Zverev going four hours and then the Djokodal match starting at 7:30 and going on with removal of crowd at 10:30, etc. The tension will be unreal.

 

[aldeayeah]

I can well imagine Tsitsy and Zverev going four hours and then the Djokodal match starting at 7:30 and going on with removal of crowd at 10:30, etc. The tension will be unreal.

Yeah, not sure why they didn't schedule today's matches to start at 1PM or something, they're shooting themselves in the foot IMO

but that's par for the course for Guy Forget and his acolytes

 

[I Am Finnish]

TTW = #ABZ

 

[Rafa4LifeEver]

I think he could make a big noise today; really been flying under the radar this whole tournament.

His QF win was emphatic.

Are we going to see him on Sunday?

Highest peak level today apart from nadal at RG.

 

[ACE of Hearts]

Meh if he wins he would just be another victim on sunday to whoever.

 

[ACE of Hearts]

I can well imagine Tsitsy and Zverev going four hours and then the Djokodal match starting at 7:30 and going on with removal of crowd at 10:30, etc. The tension will be unreal.

I don’t see it going 4 hours.

 

[ACE of Hearts]

Yeah, not sure why they didn't schedule today's matches to start at 1PM or something, they're shooting themselves in the foot IMO

but that's par for the course for Guy Forget and his acolytes

Everything about the RG organizers has been terrible this year from the night sessions to the start times with these semis. It should start at 1 or 1:40 paris time.

 

[mike danny]

Zverev has the ability to straight set Novak and push Rafa to 4-5 sets.

But that Zverev shows up once in a hundred matches.

If Novak is playing dog sh*t.

 

[MeatTornado]

I really can't decide who would be the tougher opponent come Sunday.

I guess let the best man win and hope for a competitive final somehow.

 

[mike danny]

Zverev is an extremely dangerous opponent. There are no favorites for the Stef-Z match. It’s anybody’s game.

To me Stef is the big favorite. I'd be shocked if Zverev beat him.

 

[mike danny]

I really can't decide who would be the tougher opponent come Sunday.

I guess let the best man win and hope for a competitive final somehow.

All you can do is hope that you'll at least be entertained.

 

[StrongRule]

I really can't decide who would be the tougher opponent come Sunday.

I guess let the best man win and hope for a competitive final somehow.

Unfortunately, none of them is beating Djokovic.